Animal Keeper - Foot Safari
Woburn Safari Park
Animal Keeper - Foot Safari
Salary Not Specified
Woburn Safari Park, Caulcott, Central Bedfordshire
- Part time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 20 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 277e24f5f73948fe9608a3df2cafda5f
Full Job Description
Woburn Safari Park is home to some of the world's most magnificent and endangered animals. The park consists of a Foot Safari, Road Safari, Retail and catering outlets and is enjoyed by families looking for a fun day out. It is also home to The Safari Lodge, a unique events venue. The Animal Encounters department is currently recruiting for reliable, confident team members to join the animal team on a fixed term zero hour contract., Working as part of the successful animal department you will also be responsible for maintaining a safe environment for both yourself and the visitors by adhering to associated risk assessments and protocols without exception.
- Passionate about animal welfare & conservation
- Highly motivated
- Flexible
- Committed to Woburn Safari Park's high standards
- presentation skills
- customer services skills
- passion for education and conservation
- excellent communication skills
- effective negotiation skills
- efficient problem solving abilities
Applicants will be working with a variety of species including birds, small mammals, primates, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Due to the wide variety of species on this large and busy department, candidates must have previous practical experience of working with a range of animals, preferably in a zoological setting. You must also be 18 years of age to work with the animals.
As this is a customer facing role, the right candidate will have demonstrable:
Applicants will need to be flexible to work 5 days per week including peak times such as weekends and bank holidays to meet the needs of the business.